Aranji - Bonth, Bhadrak
Aranji is a village situated in the Bonth tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhadrak Rural and around 12 km from Bhadrak. Ganijang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aranji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranji is 394850. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 756100 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aranji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aranji
According to the 2011 Census, Aranji village had a total population of 681 people, including 345 males and 336 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.60%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 79.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 345 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 283 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 62 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Aranji
Aranji is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Aranji
Aranji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Aranji has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Aranji is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Aranji is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aranji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aranji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aranji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aranji
Where is Aranji located?
Aranji village is located in Bonth Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aranji?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranji is Ganijang.
What is the pincode of Aranji?
The pincode of Aranji is 756100.
What is the population of Aranji?
Aranji had a total population of 681, including 345 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Aranji?
Aranji had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aranji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranji was 85.60%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 79.86%.